Human Resources

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Join the Joplin Schools' family and be part of a future that is bigger and better than ever.

We offer:

Competitive salaries
Comprehensive employee benefits
Advanced facilities, technology, and professional development
Culture committed to kids, learning and growth

One team. Countless opportunities! We hope you consider joining us!

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The mission of the Human Resources department is to serve as a strategic partner in furthering the district's goal of becoming the employer of choice. We manage personnel services for more than 1,300 staff members including employment, training, employee relations, benefits, safety, and health, while ensuring compliance with district policies, laws, and regulations.

Joplin Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not illegally discriminate in its programs, services, activities or facilities.

Contact Us

Fax: 417-781-2859

Melissa Smith

Administrative Assistant
Certified Staff
417-625-5200, EXT. 2002 [email protected]

Amanda Keller
Administrative Assistant
Classified Staff
417-625-5200, EXT. 2045
[email protected]

Erin Parrigon

Administrative Assistant
Absence Management / Substitute Placement

417-625-5200, EXT. 2013
[email protected]

Becki England
Benefits Coordinator
417-625-5200, EXT. 2001
[email protected]

Matt Arnold

Manager of Human Resources
417-625-5200, EXT. 2023
[email protected]

Justin Crawford
Director of Educational Support and Human Resources
Compliance Officer
417-625-5200 [email protected]